Cheap flights from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI) from $89
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday
How to find the cheapest flight from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago (CHI)
All the information you need to plan the best CAE to CHI flight in 2023: compare Columbia to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
Popular in | November |
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Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $352 |
Round-trip from | $207 |
CAE - CHI Price | $207 - $364 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbia to Chicago?
Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Chicago. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbia to Chicago?
To save on the cost of your flight from Columbia to Chicago, book at least 30 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 36% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $417 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $522.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Chicago?
Flights from Columbia to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbia to Chicago in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $227.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia to Chicago (CAE - CHI)?
It’s typically best to fly out from Columbia to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbia to Chicago
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Cheap Columbia to Chicago flights in October & November 2023
The best prices found for CAE to CHI flights for October, November
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Columbia to Chicago 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Columbia found for this year
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One-way flights to Chicago from Columbia
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Price
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mar. 10/31
Nonstop2h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/7
Nonstop2h 10m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mar. 10/31
Nonstop2h 24m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/7
1 stop4h 23m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mar. 10/31
1 stop4h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/7
1 stop4h 23m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
jue. 11/16
Nonstop2h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
dom. 11/19
Nonstop2h 09m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mié. 11/1
Nonstop2h 26m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mié. 11/8
1 stop4h 19m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mié. 11/8
1 stop4h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
vie. 11/10
1 stop5h 59m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mié. 10/25
Nonstop2h 26m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
dom. 10/29
1 stop6h 34m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago O'Hare Intl
CAE - ORD
CAEORD
Columbia Metropolitan
mié. 12/20
1 stop5h 05m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mié. 1/3
1 stop7h 00m
Columbia MetropolitanChicago Midway
CAE - MDW
CAEMDW
Columbia Metropolitan
dom. 10/29
1 stop5h 41m
Chicago Midway
dom. 11/5
1 stop3h 59m
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Columbia to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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I liked the courtesy and availability of the crew members; the food was great and I loved to be able to choose from dozens of movies. Nothing could have been better
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I liked the courtesy and availability of the crew members; the food was great and I loved to be able to choose from dozens of movies. Nothing could have been better
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I liked the courtesy and availability of the crew members; the food was great and I loved to be able to choose from dozens of movies. Nothing could have been better
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I liked the courtesy and availability of the crew members; the food was great and I loved to be able to choose from dozens of movies. Nothing could have been better
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I liked the courtesy and availability of the crew members; the food was great and I loved to be able to choose from dozens of movies. Nothing could have been better
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Columbia to Chicago flights.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Columbia to Chicago?
Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), located 6.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Columbia to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Metropolitan to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbia Metropolitan to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day.
Can I find flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $158, but on average you can expect to pay $234.
Are there nonstop flights from Columbia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Columbia to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Columbia to Chicago is less than $389.
Are there last-minute flights available from Columbia to Chicago for under $500?
There are currently 18+ open flights from Columbia to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Chicago is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $158 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $216 and $247 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbia to Chicago one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. American Airlines flights start at $112 while deals on United Airlines start at $134 one-way.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbia to Chicago?
Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Columbia to Chicago.
What are the most reliable airlines from Columbia to Chicago?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Columbia to Chicago are SkyWest Airlines (90%), United Airlines (90%) and Aer Lingus (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Columbia to Chicago?
On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Columbia to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $104 while the most popular route, (Columbia Metropolitan - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $177.
What does CAE to ORD mean?
These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CAE to ORD flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).
Other flights from Columbia
Top 3 airlines flying from Columbia to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Columbia to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Columbia to Chicago
| 53%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 13%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 34%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Columbia to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Columbia to Chicago
| Sunday | 3daily flights |
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| Monday | 4daily flights |
| Tuesday | 4daily flights |
| Wednesday | 5daily flights |
| Thursday | 4daily flights |
| Friday | 5daily flights |
| Saturday | 4daily flights |
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